Old Geelong prove they are a force to be reckoned with this season

Kylie Lynch

Round 3 was a fiercely contested one in Premier B Women’s, with some fairly disparate score lines, showcasing the strength of some teams as they continue to find their groove and strengthen their on-field chemistry.

Old Geelong and Williamstown CYMS continue to assert their authority in Prem B, with both teams holding onto their undefeated titles for another week. If they keep their undefeated streak this week, the impending Round 5 will prove to be a spectacle, where both teams will meet to dethrone each other.

In an impressive display of skill and dominance, Old Geelong delivered a resounding victory over Aquinas OC with a staggering 108-0 scoreline. Their relentless attack saw them slotting an impressive total of 15 goals.

Old Geelong coach Jack Crameri said it was “a great all-round performance and it was really hard to cast votes on the day.”

“We set little goals each quarter on how we wanted the quarters to pan out and achieved all of those goals in the end,” said Crameri.

He believes the highlights of Old Geelong’s game were the functionality of their forward line and turning inside 50s into scores, as well as our handball game in and around contests.

“Our sides depth really shone through with some tremendous performances from the girls who came into the side.”

Matilda Arthur emerged as the standout player of the game, showcasing her prowess with an outstanding tally of 6 goals and being voted best on ground for Old Geelong.

It certainly wasn’t a one-woman show, however, as a total of 8 players contributed to the goal-scoring spree, highlighting Old Geelong’s goalkicking skill across the board.

Aquinas did put up a noble fight, especially in the third quarter where Old Geelong kicked 7 behinds, showcasing Aquinas’ defensive pressure.

Fitzroy asserted their dominance over Mazenod with a 59-8 victory. Fitzroy coach Nathan Jumeau was impressed with his team’s efforts, especially as the side starts to gel on the field after the loss of some key players last season.

“The team is just starting to get up and going. We had a lot of our senior players retire last year, and this group is still figuring out how to play with each other,” said Jumeau.

Fitzroy newcomer Ester Boles led the charge by slotting 3 goals and earning her place amongst the best on ground for her side. Chloe Haritopoulos also made her mark with 2 crucial goals, further bolstering Fitzroy’s offensive prowess.

Coach Jumeau said that Georgina Bennett was an asset to the team, “playing a strong game both offensively and defensively throughout the whole game.”

Despite the loss, Mazenod’s defence held firm for much of the match. Their resilience was especially evident in their ability to keep Fitzroy goalless in the third quarter, despite conceding 6 behinds, proving their strong defensive pressure. Ella Camerotto managed to break Mazenod’s drought in the final quarter with a much-needed goal.In a dominant display of skill and strategy, St Bedes/Mentone Tigers asserted their authority over Beaumaris, securing an 80-11 victory.

St Bedes/Mentone Tigers coach Al Gailey was pleased with his team’s win, saying the team was due for a better performance as the new players start to gel. “Over a third of the team is new, so it’s taken a while to know who’s who and get that connection between the lines.”

The win was a testament to the Tigers’ offensive and defensive ability, having a blistering 4 goal start and closing the final quarter out with 5 goals. Noteworthy was Isabella Gietzmann’s stellar performance, bagging an impressive 4 goals and earning recognition as the second-best player on the field for her side.

Gailey said the addition of some former VFLW players to the team, along with some other recruits, has freed up key players like Madeleine Tilley from the ruck, which has provided the team with more versatility.

Beaumaris converted a lone goal in the opening quarter before being held scoreless for the remainder of the match.

“We prepared for their run and carry out wide footy and were able to negate that,” says Gailey.

Williamstown CYMS showcased their skill against Old Westbourne in an impressive 58-13 victory. Trusty goalkicker Alessia Acquaro kicked 2 goals, helping steer her team to success.

Despite a spirited effort, Westbourne struggled to find their footing throughout the match, with moments of brilliance from Hannah McMahon and Manaia Huta in the second quarter scoring a goal each.

Williamstown’s relentless pressure and clinical execution proved too much for their opponents, securing a comprehensive win and reaffirming their undefeated status in the Women’s Prem B 2024 season.

As Round 4 of the VAFA Women’s Prem B approaches, anticipation brews for a thrilling line-up of matches. Undefeated stalwarts Old Geelong gear up to clash with Westbourne, who are raring to climb the ranks.

Meanwhile, Aquinas will be ready to use this round’s large defeat and home-ground advantage to fuel their hunger for a win as they face off against St Bedes/Mentone Tigers.

Fitzroy braces for a challenging encounter against Beaumaris, with each team vying to climb on the ladder.

Lastly, Williamstown CYMS square off against Mazenod OC to try and keep their undefeated streak. But will they hold onto it?